Winbook Z1 User manual

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FCC Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Conventions of this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter 1: Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Hardware — Inventory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
The WinBook Notebook — The Front; The Right Side;
The Rear; The Left Side; The Bottom; Inside the Notebook. . . . . . . 14
Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
The Keyboard — Keyboard System Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Mouse Buttons & Pointing Devices — Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
LCD Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Battery & Power Saving — Battery Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Power Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Audio/Sound — Built-in Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
CD-ROM Drive/DVD Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
CD-R/CD-RW Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Zip Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Software — Preloaded Software; Adding Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Chapter 2: Windows Help and Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Using the Help and Support Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
WinBook Users’ Manual and the Help and Support Center . . . . . 39
System Restore. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Why Use the Help and Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Chapter 3: Basic Computing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
RAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Hard Drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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The Device Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Faxing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Modem Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Internet and the World Wide Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Your Version of Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Chapter 4: Mobile Computing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Battery Operation — Charging; Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Power Management — WinBook Notebook Low Power
Measures; Standby and Hiberate Modes; SpeedStep . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Infrared (IR) Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Safety & Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Travel — Travel Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Chapter 5: Desktop Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Audio — Audio Software; Controlling the Sound
Levels; Playing an Audio CD; Playing Sound Files;
Sound Recording; External Speakers & Microphone. . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Connecting Peripherals — Printer; Other Parallel
Devices; External Monitor; External Keyboard;
External Pointing Device; Serial Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
USB Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Scanners and Digital Cameras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Optional Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Chapter 6: PC Cards (PCMCIA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
PC Cards — To Use the PC Card; PC Card Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
PCMCIA Network Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
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PCMCIA SCSI Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
PCMCIA Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Chapter 7: Video Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Video Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
External VGA Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Multiple Monitor Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
TV-Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Zoomed Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Chapter 8: Upgrading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Adding Memory — To Install Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Upgrading Hard Drives — To Upgrade Your Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . 95
Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Firmware Upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Other Upgrades (PCMCIA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Chapter 9: Configuring & Maintaining Your System . . . . 103
Setup Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
System Devices Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Security Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Boot Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Exit Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Security — Viruses; Passwords/System Security;
The Password Protection Available to You Includes . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Internet Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
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Physical Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
System Maintenance — Backup; Archiving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Software Updates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Chapter 10: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Booting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
CD-ROM/DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
CD-R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
CD-RW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Miscellaneous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
PCMCIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Pointing Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
S-Video Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
USB (Universal Serial Bus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Zip Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Zoomed Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Their limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communica-
tions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Notice 1:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2:
Shielded interface cables and AC power, if any, must be used in order to comply with
emission limits.
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Preface
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Conventions of This Manual
Using this manual will help you get the most from your WinBook
®
notebook computer. Keep the manual and the “Read Me First” brochure
with your WinBook notebook to refer to when you want information
and help. If you are an experienced user of computers and/or Microsoft’s
Windows
®
operating systems, you might find it useful to read Chapter
One on the features specific to your WinBook notebook and then take
advantage of the HTML-based help located in the Help and Support
center in Windows. The hypertext links will enable you to move more
quickly to the information you require. If you are a less experienced
user, you should read through the manual carefully before using your
system. Whether or not you are an experienced user, you should consult
Chapter 10 (Troubleshooting) if you encounter any problems with
your WinBook notebook. You will find answers there to many common
problems or errors.
Before proceeding, you should be aware of some of the conventions
of usage in this manual:
Specific keyboard keys to be typed are indicated in square
brackets: [Tab].
Combinations of keys are indicated with a plus sign between the
keys: [Shift]+[Tab]. For a combination of keys, you should depress
the keys simultaneously. You might also find it easier to hold down
the control keys ([Alt] or [Shift] or [Ctrl]) of the combination and
then press the final key of the combination.
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This manual is for all
versions of the WinBook
Z series of computers.
Some of the options men-
tioned inside may not be available
for your model.
Every attempt has
been made to keep
this manual current,
but there might be changes
between the writing of this
manual and your purchase of
the WinBook notebook.
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In order to get the optimal usage out of your WinBook notebook,
you should remember the following:
Read through all the instructions for your WinBook notebook,
including this manual and the “Read Me First” brochure that
came with your computer.
Keep the area free of static electricity and magnetic fields.
These can damage the computer and/or diskettes.
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This identifies information
that you might find partic-
ularly helpful in using your
computer or this manual.
The pencil symbol indicates
that you should take
note of the accompanying
information.
This warning cautions
you against actions which
might be destructive to
your data or might disrupt proper
system operation.
The exclamation symbol
identifies information
which is important for
you to read to avoid damage
to the computer, loss of data,
or personal injury.
Windows has a built in application for supplying feature rich help and
support content called the “Help and Support Center”. Through the use
of the Help and Support Center, you may find more detailed information
about your machine and its operating system as well as tips and problem resolu-
tions. This symbol will help you to directly find the information you are looking
for by supplying the keywords that should be searched for within the Help and
Support Center. For specific information on how to use the Help and Support
Center, refer to the “Windows Help and Support” chapter in this manual.
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Be sure to discharge static electricity from your body before
touching the computer or keyboard.
Use the same caution you would with any electronic equipment.
Keep food, drinks, smoke and ashes away from your computer.
Store the computer in an area that is not exposed to direct sunlight
or heating ducts. Keep the computer away from sources of excessive
moisture. Damage to the computer caused by immersion is not
covered by the warranty.
When cleaning the computer or its components, apply the proper
cleaning solutions or sprays only to the cloth, not to the computer
or its components.
If there is ever a need to disconnect internal components other
than those mentioned in the instructions that came with your system,
please have this done by a qualified service technician.
You should never attempt to physically repair a CD-ROM,
CD-R/RW or DVD drive or diskette drive yourself.
Do not attempt to repair or open a battery yourself. The battery
should not be exposed to extreme heat, as explosion can result.
Proper battery disposal is required. Do not
dispose of a battery
in regular waste.
Do not block the cooling fans on the sides or bottom of your unit.
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The information in this document and the associated WinBook notebook Help file is subject
to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by the manufacturer.
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions that might appear
in this document or the associated WinBook notebook Help file.
The software described in this document is furnished under a license and may be used and
copied only in accordance with the terms of such license. No responsibility is assumed for
the use or reliability of software or equipment that is not supplied by the manufacturer or
its affiliated companies.
Restricted Rights: Use, duplication, or disclosure by the U.S. Government is subject to restrictions
as set forth in subparagraph (c) (1) (ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software
clause at DFARS 252.227-7013.
Macrovision Notice of License
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims
of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual rights owned by Macrovision Corporation, and other
rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise
authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Acknowledgements:
WinBook® is a registered trademark of Micro Electronics, Inc. MS-DOS, Internet Explorer,
Windows® Me and Windows 2000 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Zip® is a registered trademark of Iomega Corporation. Active Desktop is a registered trademark
of Intel Corporation. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their
respective corporations.
Copyright Notice:
Duplication or reproduction of this manual in any form without prior permission from
Micro Electronics, Inc. represents an infringement of copyright.
©2001 Micro Electronics, Inc.
Manual Version 2.1
Release Date: September 2001
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Chapter 1:
Getting Started
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Your WinBook notebook is designed for those who need the full power
of a desktop PC in an easily portable package. It’s slim design and light
weight provide you with portability that can free you to use the computer
almost anywhere you go. The battery power of your computer allows
you to use the computer even where there are no electrical outlets.
In addition to a fast processor, sharp and powerful video and a large
capacity hard drive that make your WinBook notebook a match for
desktop systems, there are several features that make it a particularly
powerful tool for your computing and multimedia needs:
Continuous use of a keyboard may cause repetitive stress injuries
or discomfort, including carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis
and tenosynovitis. You should seek medical advice if you feel
any aching, numbing or tingling in your arms, wrists or hands.
Suggestions for maximizing comfort in using a keyboard include:
Take frequent breaks from typing
Maintain a straight wrist position
Avoid resting on your wrists while typing
Use a light touch on keys
Ensure that your chair, work surface, monitor and keyboard
are in the correct positions to keep your back and neck
straight, your shoulders relaxed and your elbows at your sides.
Consult your doctor or other health professional for medical
advice on how to reduce your risk of injury or discomfort from
continuous keyboard use.
WARNING
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S-Video Output: The S-Video port of your computer allows you to send
DVD and other computer output to S-Video enabled televisions or video
units for high-quality video playback.
MPEG-2 Software: Many CD-ROM/R/RW video disks use MPEG
compression to store video clips. Your WinBook notebook has built-in
drivers for MPEG that allow for fast decompression of these clips and
smooth CD-ROM/R/RW video performance. Units with DVD will also
provide smooth video playback with the MPEG-2 software.
High-Quality Audio System: The full-duplex 16-bit stereo audio
system with wavetable function and Sound Blaster Pro compatibility
gives you the full audio capacity of a desktop system. Audio-out ports
allow you to run your sound to high-quality external speakers or through
your television (when connected to a television via the S-Video port).
Flexibility: Easily upgraded memory, a docking port and PCMCIA
slots with Zoomed Video (ZV) support provide you with the ability
to quickly change and expand your system to meet new demands as
they arise. Your WinBook includes a media bay that allows you to swap
DVDs with CD-R/RWs, or use the bay for a 2nd battery on long trips.
Hardware
Inventory
When you unpack your WinBook notebook, check all the items you
ordered are present and in good condition. Check the inventory checklist
that came in the WinBook notebook box to be sure that all the components
and optional components you ordered are included. If anything is missing
or damaged, contact Customer Service immediately (the Customer Service
number can be found on the “Read Me First” brochure that was enclosed
in your box). Checklist follows:
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WinBook notebook, with built-in CD-ROM/R/RW or DVD Drive
and Floppy Drive
Primary Battery
AC Power Adapter
Power Cord
This Manual
WinBook notebook Restore/Utility CD
Windows Documentation
Phone Cord (in units with a built-in modem)
Note: The WinBook notebook uses proprietary accessories that
are designed specifically for your WinBook computer (such as a
port replicator) and you should only use those items that have been
approved for your computer. Contact WinBook for information about
obtaining approved accessories and upgrades. If you use items that are
not approved for use with this computer, you might cause the computer
to malfunction or to emit electromagnetic radiation in excess of local
regulations. This does not apply to non-proprietary accessories such
as PC cards, USB devices, printers, etc.
The WinBook Notebook
Before you begin using your WinBook notebook, you should take a
moment to familiarize yourself with the various ports, bays, connectors,
and indicators that make up your system.
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Save the inner box
and all inserts and inner
packaging. If you later
need to ship or store the
system, you will find these handy
to have. All software is preloaded
onto the hard drive of your
WinBook notebook. You can
store any included disks and
CDs in a safe place. Copies of
the Windows installation files
are also stored on your hard
disk, so that you will not need
the CD to add Windows features
or drivers to your system.
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The Front (Figure 1.1)
The Display Panel opens to reveal the LCD screen and keyboard
of the WinBook notebook. To open the display panel: slide the release
latches on the left and right sides of the system and gently lift the
display panel to a vertical position.
The Battery Bay stores the primary Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery
pack. The battery pack must be installed for battery operation and
battery recharging.
The Media Bay allows you to operate a CD-R/RW, DVD or Zip
drive in your system. You can also use a secondary battery to extend
the battery life of your system. If you have a CD-R/RW, DVD or Zip
drive in the bay, you can open the drive by turning on the system and
pressing the release button. The door will slide open.
The Hard Disk Drive can be swapped out when you need to add
a larger capacity drive.
Figure 1.1: Front View of the Closed WinBook Notebook
Display Panel
Battery Bay
Media Bay
Hard Disk Drive
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The Right Side (Figure 1.2)
The Kensington Lock Slot allows you to connect a special computer
lock to secure your system. You can purchase a lock at most computer
retailers. This lock is referred to as a Kensington lock.
The Display Panel Release (along with the release on the left side) allows
you to open the display panel and reveal the LCD screen and the keyboard.
Your WinBook notebook comes equipped with two high-quality
Integrated Stereo Speakers. These are located on the left and right
sides of the system.
The PCMCIA (PC Card) Slots allow you to connect Type I, II or III
cards to your system. Your WinBook notebook will accept two Type I
or Type II cards or one Type III card. The unit will also accept a Zoomed
Video connection in the bottom slot. For more information about PCMCIA
cards, see Chapter 5. The eject buttons allow you to remove PC Cards from
your system. See Chapter 5 for more detailed instructions for using your
PCMCIA slots.
The AC Connector should only be used with the proper AC adapter
supplied by WinBook.
Figure 1.2: Right Side View of the WinBook Notebook
PCMCIA Slots
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Display Panel
Release
Integrated Stereo
Speakers
AC Connector
Kensington
Lock Slot
Cooling Fan Vent
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The Cooling Fan Vent admits air into your WinBook notebook and keeps
the interior within proper operating temperatures. Do not block this vent
when the WinBook notebook is in use. Do not operate your WinBook
notebook inside a tight-fitting cover or case that blocks the cooling vent.
The Rear (Figure 1.3)
The 9-pin Serial Port provides a connection for serial devices, including
a serial external mouse. The serial port is designated as COM1.
The Parallel Port provides a connection for a parallel printer or other
parallel port device.
The S-Video Port allows you to direct the video output of your system
to a device with an S-Video connection.
The SVGA Port allows you to connect any standard computer monitor
to your system. You can display output simultaneously on both the
LCD and the external monitor, toggle between the two screens or use
the external screen to provide extra space for your Windows desktop.
Refer to the Help and Support Center within windows for directions
on how to adjust your display settings.
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Figure 1.3: Rear View of the WinBook Notebook
240-pin Docking Port
9-pin Serial Port
Parallel Port
S-Video Port
SVGA Port
IR Port USB Port
PS/2 Port
Search Help and Support
Center using keywords:
display settings
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The 240-pin Docking Port provides a connection to an optional port
replicator. It duplicates the rear connectors and adds in a second PS/2
port (so that you can connect both an external keyboard and external
mouse) and a LAN jack. The port replicator also includes a USB port.
Store the plug in a safe place and place it back on the system when you
are not using a port replicator. This will help protect the port.
The IR (infrared) Port allows you to connect to another system or device
using IR technology. You must place the port within one or two feet of the
other IR port for proper communication.
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) Port of your WinBook notebook allows
you to add a wide variety of devices to your machine. The USB port can
allow you to connect up to 127 devices at very high data transfer rates of
up to 12 Mbps (Megabits per second).
PS/2 Port: The port allows you to connect an external PS/2 keyboard
or PS/2 mouse to your WinBook notebook.
The Left Side (Figure 1.4)
The Floppy Disk Drive is built into your system. You will be able to use
3.5” floppy disks in this drive. If your unit came with a floppy disk drive,
you will be able to use 3.5” floppy disks, but not LS-120 disks.
The Microphone Jack allows you to receive monophonic input from
an external microphone. Use of an external microphone will disable the
built-in microphone. It is recommended that you purchase an external
microphone for applications such as speech recognition that require precise
input quality.
The Line-in Jack allows you to direct audio input into your unit from
a source such as a CD player. Connect a cable from the line-out port on
the other device to this jack.
Note: you must use this jack for stereo input since the microphone input
only receives monophonic sound.
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Although you can
connect up to 127
devices through the USB
port, not all USB devices have
a pass-through to permit a chain
of connected devices. You might
need to obtain a USB hub to
permit you to connect multiple
devices into a single port.
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The Audio Line Out allows you to direct audio output to a stereo
headphone, powered external speakers or an earphone set. You will
need to use a 1/8” phono plug for this connection. If your speakers
or earphones have a different plug, you will need to obtain an adapter
from your local retailer. Use of a headphone or external speakers will
disable the integrated speakers.
Modem Port: If your unit came with an internal 56K voice/fax/data
modem, you will connect it to your phone line through this port. This
jack does not provide a pass-through option for connecting a phone to
the same line. You can obtain adapters that will allow you to connect
a phone to the same line as your WinBook notebook.
Your WinBook notebook comes equipped with two high-quality Integrated
Stereo Speakers. These are located on the left and right sides of the system.
The Display Panel Release (along with the release on the left side) allows
you to open the display panel and reveal the LCD screen and the keyboard.
The Volume Control allows you to raise or lower the volume or mute
the system volume. You can raise the volume by tapping the forward
button. You can lower the volume by tapping the rear button. You can
activate or deactivate the mute function by pressing both buttons together.
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Figure 1.4: Left Side View of the WinBook Notebook
Floppy Disk Drive
Microphone Jack
Line-in Jack
Audio Line Out
Modem Port
Integrated
Stereo Speakers
Display Panel Release
Volume Control
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The Bottom (Figure 1.5)
The Battery Bay has a release latch located to the left of the bay. Push
the release and you will then be able to slide the battery from the bay.
The Media Bay has a release latch located to the left of the bay. Push the
release and you will then be able to slide the module or battery from the bay.
The Hard Disk Drive has a release screw that secures the drive
to the system.
The Memory Compartment houses the slots for the SO-DIMM memory
modules for your unit. See Chapter 7 for information about upgrading
memory.
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Media Bay
Hard Disk Drive
Battery
Compartment
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Figure 1.5: Bottom
View of the WinBook
Notebook
Memory Compartment
The bottom of your
WinBook notebook
includes compartments
that allow certified techni-
cians access to the internal
components of your system.
You should exercise care when
opening these compartments
since damage to the components
inside could seriously disrupt
system operation.
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